What is the cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Bournemouth station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bournemouth Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Bournemouth via Swansea and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

The distance between Carmarthen and Bournemouth is 262 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

How do I travel from Carmarthen to Bournemouth without a car?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth without a car is to train via Reading which takes 5h 54m and costs £100 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bournemouth bus from?

Carmarthen to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Bournemouth train from?

Carmarthen to Bournemouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth is to train via Reading which takes 5h 54m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bournemouth bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Bournemouth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Carmarthen to Bournemouth train arrive?

Carmarthen to Bournemouth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Bournemouth is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Carmarthen to Bournemouth.

How do I get a train ticket from Carmarthen to Bournemouth?

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There are 5 ways to get from Carmarthen to Bournemouth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swanseatrain
2. Take the train from Swansea to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
5h 54m
£106–194
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 3m
£42–74
Drive 173.1 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Bournemouthcar 173.1 mi
3h 44m
£43–63
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain
5h 57m
£81–170
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Filton Abbey Woodtrain Fishguard Harbour - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Filton Abbey Wood to Salisburytrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
6h 22m
£68–110

Carmarthen to Bournemouth by train

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Distance: 260.9 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Carmarthen, Wales and Bournemouth, England?

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Bournemouth via Swansea and Reading in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bournemouth Station via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 3m.

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